William Catesby

William Catesby (1450-25 August 1485) was one of Richard III of England's principal councillors.

Biography
William Catesby was born in Ashby St. Ledgers, Northumberland, England in 1450, and he was trained to be a lawyer. He was a member of King Edward V of England's council, and he became one of King Richard III of England's closest advisers after he seized power in 1483. He served as Chancellor of the Exchequer and Speaker of the House of Commons in 1484, and he fought at the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485. Captured in battle, he was executed three days later.